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[Poncha]

^^^ +1 for all of that
Great tune Holden. You've really tamed this beast, especially regarding the gearing (thus making the boost come on far better). As mentioned, throttle control is paramount, but that's what makes the car so much fun to drive 👍

 

[nd 4 holden spd]

As I promised here it is my "THOUGHTS" lol

This car is a Ferrari but not just any Ferrari, "THE BEST FERRARI EVERY BUILT". This car was already incredible as default but after Holden did his incredible tunning, this car is just a monster. Corners very well and yet you got to play with the throttle. Some people hate that but I dig that. Straightways is fast forward and racing online is even better cause you will need all the speed and grip available.
Overall this car is perfect and my God, Holden...the gears are very well done. I don't know if some people will like it...but this car was like made for me!!! I love challenges and this car delivers and every single one of them. Well done mate.

^^^ +1 for all of that
Great tune Holden. You've really tamed this beast, especially regarding the gearing (thus making the boost come on far better). As mentioned, throttle control is paramount, but that's what makes the car so much fun to drive 👍

Glad you're enjoying the "500th Edition" I can't wait for an event we can use it in/private rooms, it's too cool to not want to use.

 

[Crowsy]

I can't seem to find any tune settings for these tracks online now that they have changed the tyres. Forgive my dumbness if they are here but I can't find them and I'm really struggling with the old settings.

I have been away from GT5p for a little while and came back to see I can't drive online and even my attempts to alter it are really lame so I stay away as I don't want to be labelled as an unfair driver.

 

[BB-ANDY-]

Great tune with the ford gt lm test car, I can really handle it now, gj

 

[Ardius]

Just checking, but is it ok if I link the Ford GT LM in my Cup event thread, Holden? I know you're sponsoring it and all, but I'd thought I'd ask first.

 

[nd 4 holden spd]

I can't seem to find any tune settings for these tracks online now that they have changed the tyres. Forgive my dumbness if they are here but I can't find them and I'm really struggling with the old settings.

I have been away from GT5p for a little while and came back to see I can't drive online and even my attempts to alter it are really lame so I stay away as I don't want to be labelled as an unfair driver.

I've been avoiding it myself. Maybe if it was S3 tyres I would be happy, because realistically if you want to drive a sports car you'll keep it on Sports tyres, and S3 are the best sem-slicks.(Road Legal). R grade tyres are really only for race cars like the 750 PP weapons we use. For now I'm only racing in 750 PP. You can try my Dodge Viper setup on S2 tyres I made for the Garage Showdowns. When compared to AWD cars thought it really kind of sucks.

Great tune with the ford gt lm test car, I can really handle it now, gj

Thanks mate. There will be faster setups for it, but few as controllable. Control is what you want on race day.

Just checking, but is it ok if I link the Ford GT LM in my Cup event thread, Holden? I know you're sponsoring it and all, but I'd thought I'd ask first.

Of course. Seeing as the time zones don't allow me to race in it, feel free to link my cars to the event, that's why I sponsor it.

 

[Crowsy]

np Holden I just thought I'd ask. I'm looking for a tune for a DB9 on Suzuka 600pp, not easy, lol.

 

[Ardius]

np Holden I just thought I'd ask. I'm looking for a tune for a DB9 on Suzuka 600pp, not easy, lol.

How come you only asked the major tuners for tunes? I mean, I'm not saying you should go and ask straight away in the Dutch Customs and L-tune threads, but I'm wondering what basis you're using for who you ask? Why not just ask one?

 

[Honakerstump]

I have fallen in love with your Z06. You have to understand that if you cut me I bleed Rosso Scudaria. To bring me back to an American car takes an act of congress.
Most of the time I feel that an American sports car is like hanging a picture with a sledge hammer... really fun, but not the best tool for the job. I decided to try your Z06 tune. I was amazed. The Vette shows the perfect balance of loose, twitchy handling and a throttle response that gives confidence. For my habituall early apex driving style, I had to change a few of the suspension settings to allow the back end to walk a little. I now find myself handling the corners more with the throttle than the steering. I find myself watching and saving replays because I can't believe I ttok that corner that sideways. The car will grip, slide, or float out with limited traction to any tire at a whim. I feel a degree of confidence in this car that I don't usually feel in anything close to this horsepower. Think well tuned BMW 135 with enough horsepower to feel like it has a magnet in the front bumber. I am a convert, especially since I cannot get the same feeling from my beloved little Ferrari F430. The F40 is as I expected and the 512BB is a tasty little surprise. (I will write a review on that little number a little later.)
You have opened my tastes a great deal. In a world of violent Vipers and GTs its nice to find an American car that can restore my faith in the country.

If you have anything to make me love my F430 as much as this Vette, please let me know. You have definately gained a fan.

 

[Crowsy]

How come you only asked the major tuners for tunes? I mean, I'm not saying you should go and ask straight away in the Dutch Customs and L-tune threads, but I'm wondering what basis you're using for who you ask? Why not just ask one?

Didn't mean to cause offence, I was just after a setup thats all and I knew that the majority of tuners I have asked would either turn it down or ignore me which if you read where I have posted they have.

Perhaps the car is not as popular as the others? I know you guys get lots of requests so I played the numbers game.

as for asking the major tuners I wouldn't know who is major or minor I just posted where I might get a response.

 

[vukmeister]

Crowsy, Holden would be more than happy to help you provided you drive one of his tuned cars (all located on 1st page) and post a review for them.

 

[nd 4 holden spd]

I have fallen in love with your Z06. You have to understand that if you cut me I bleed Rosso Scudaria. To bring me back to an American car takes an act of congress.
Most of the time I feel that an American sports car is like hanging a picture with a sledge hammer... really fun, but not the best tool for the job. I decided to try your Z06 tune. I was amazed. The Vette shows the perfect balance of loose, twitchy handling and a throttle response that gives confidence. For my habituall early apex driving style, I had to change a few of the suspension settings to allow the back end to walk a little. I now find myself handling the corners more with the throttle than the steering. I find myself watching and saving replays because I can't believe I ttok that corner that sideways. The car will grip, slide, or float out with limited traction to any tire at a whim. I feel a degree of confidence in this car that I don't usually feel in anything close to this horsepower. Think well tuned BMW 135 with enough horsepower to feel like it has a magnet in the front bumber. I am a convert, especially since I cannot get the same feeling from my beloved little Ferrari F430. The F40 is as I expected and the 512BB is a tasty little surprise. (I will write a review on that little number a little later.)
You have opened my tastes a great deal. In a world of violent Vipers and GTs its nice to find an American car that can restore my faith in the country.

If you have anything to make me love my F430 as much as this Vette, please let me know. You have definately gained a fan.

That's awesome!👍 Was this the standard Corvette or the Tuned one? If it's the standard one I have some updated settings for that you might like as well, but never got around to posting them. At the moment I might just see what the new events are on Thursday and if there's a good category I will make a new and more competitve Corvette than ever before. Remember when you drive the 512 BB I tuned it with R3 tyres which are no longer available with 600 PP.
Shall we wait to see what new categories there are on Thursday to decide what category we make the F430 for?

Didn't mean to cause offence, I was just after a setup thats all and I knew that the majority of tuners I have asked would either turn it down or ignore me which if you read where I have posted they have.

Perhaps the car is not as popular as the others? I know you guys get lots of requests so I played the numbers game.

as for asking the major tuners I wouldn't know who is major or minor I just posted where I might get a response.

It's a good car and most people love it. Just remember that not everyone is online 24/7 and people in different time zones have to sleep and work as well. If you would like a car, I ask that you do what vukmeister here has said to do.

Crowsy, Holden would be more than happy to help you provided you drive one of his tuned cars (all located on 1st page) and post a review for them.

Thanks for responding to that. Hopefully he's already off driving one of my cars to write a review.

 

[Crowsy]

Sure, I'll try the TVR.

 

[H20HYBRID_GT]

TLD Ferrari F40 500th Edition
(307kw) (627Nm) (1149kg) (650 PP) (Pro Physics)​

Performance:

Power: -21
Weight: 85%
Tyres: R3

Settings:

Suspension:
Ride Height: -10/-6
Spring Rate: 4/7
Damper: 3/5
Toe: -0.15/+0.10
Camber: 1.2/0.8

Brake Balance: 1/3

Max Turn Angle: 40

All driving aids are up to the driver, tuned with all aids off except ABS at 1

Gear Ratios:
1st: 2.502
2nd: 1.649
3rd: 1.276
4th: 1.026
5th: 0.846
Final: 4.088

Congrats for the 500s reply and this tune mate
The gears are simply perfect yet again! How do you do that always??

 

[Seismica]

These setups are excellent.

The only problem i have is the brake balance on the Nissan GTR. 3-1 does solve the problem of sliding when braking, but seriously... you get absolutely no braking response.

I think they would be better with a 5-4 setup? Thats just how i figured works for me, not sure about everyone else though.

 

[itscheddarbaby]

First post, been reading around for a couple weeks now... been working on S-10

interested in tunes for the gtlm, mine's, tuned evo x, and amuse, perhaps even tuned z06. i use standard settings, and i like the AWD because i HATE spinning out. I like to brake hard into turns, then accelerate fast out of them. ive noticed though that the z06 behaves well. I also have a wheel, if that makes a difference. and, of course, i'm limited to R1 tires.

regards,
Kris

if I cant receive PMs, my email is kjusnes@gmail.com

 

[Crowsy]

Tried your TVR and it was a lot of fun, I like the car a lot. Trouble is I tended to spin a lot under acceleration, I was trying to be gentle but perhaps it was because I was on S2 tyres as 600pp is for Suzuka. If it was a bit more stable then I would love this car, its not the fastest out there but it sounds good and I have some fun.

 

[Raybrig100]

just want to say thanks for your set-ups, i just wouldnt know where to start,also not got too much time!

so thanks again 👍

 

[nd 4 holden spd]

Congrats for the 500s reply and this tune mate
The gears are simply perfect yet again! How do you do that always??

It's a Holden secret, not telling.

These setups are excellent.

The only problem i have is the brake balance on the Nissan GTR. 3-1 does solve the problem of sliding when braking, but seriously... you get absolutely no braking response.

I think they would be better with a 5-4 setup? Thats just how i figured works for me, not sure about everyone else though.

Thanks for the compliment and the tip. I'll try that on the GT-R as soon as I get a chance.

First post, been reading around for a couple weeks now... been working on S-10

interested in tunes for the gtlm, mine's, tuned evo x, and amuse, perhaps even tuned z06. i use standard settings, and i like the AWD because i HATE spinning out. I like to brake hard into turns, then accelerate fast out of them. ive noticed though that the z06 behaves well. I also have a wheel, if that makes a difference. and, of course, i'm limited to R1 tires.

regards,
Kris

if I cant receive PMs, my email is kjusnes@gmail.com

I would not recommend the GT LM on anything less than R1 tyres, but feel free to try my suspension setups on the Corvette/Tuned and Amuse GT1. Just modify the PP level accordingly for your event.

Tried your TVR and it was a lot of fun, I like the car a lot. Trouble is I tended to spin a lot under acceleration, I was trying to be gentle but perhaps it was because I was on S2 tyres as 600pp is for Suzuka. If it was a bit more stable then I would love this car, its not the fastest out there but it sounds good and I have some fun.

Yeah, I tuned that one back when 600 PP had R3 tyres. If it's anything like the Tuscan it would be one wild ride on S2 tyres. So would you still like a DB9? I noticed 888 already did a DB9 for you, perhaps you would like a different car?

just want to say thanks for your set-ups, i just wouldnt know where to start,also not got too much time!

so thanks again 👍

You're welcome.

 

[BaldurKn]

TLD Aston Martin DB9
(372kw) (608Nm) (1453kg) (650 PP) (Pro Physics)​

Performance:

Power: +12
Weight: 85%
Tyres: R3

Settings:

Suspension:
Ride Height: -15/-10
Spring Rates: 8/7
Damper: 4/6
Toe: -0.20/+0.15
Camber: 2.5/2.2

Brake Balance: 1/5

Max Turn Angle: 40

All driving aids up to driver, tuned with all aids off except ABS on 1

Gear Ratios:
1st: 2.328
2nd: 1.596
3rd: 1.213
4th: 0.942
5th: 0.749
6th: 0.600
Final: 4.963

Description: Back in the days of Aussie Tuners one of my most famous and credited tunes was an AT-Spec DBR9 race car. The feedback was so great that TLD has now decided to release the road-going version of that very car. The TLD DB9 has had weight removed and power bumped to a Corvette challenging 372kw. Unfortunately for those weekend warriors out there this does not fit into any current race categories so it is merely a display of tuning ability for the time being. Have fun. If and when a 650 PP event comes up this car will be there to take honours in races.

Review:

After the finals in the Garage showdown I had had enough of S2 600 PP races with nothing but Evo's and WRX's so I decided to prepair for the next events update. I'm hoping for some 650 PP events tomorrow so I choose this car. I absolutely love this car, the dashboard, the engine sound the outside looks it is a gem.

Before I tried this setup I had had my issues with this car, the gearing was a bit off, I was struggling keeping it stable while accelerating out of corners
but it was a decent/competative car nevertheless.

The first thing I noticed when I set my DB9 up according to the TLD tune was the gears, a lot shorter first 3 gears then I had been driving with and that made a world of difference while accelerating. I am very impressed with the acceleration this setup gives me, the only thing that I haven't completely nailed down about the gears is when I go through the S curve and the Bank curve on Suzuka, I keep changeing from 2nd to 3rd, I just need a little bit more time with this car to get the rythem right so I can just stay 3rd.

Then there is the handling, this setup is really stable ! The problem I had while accelerationg out of corners on this car, GONE ! This setup reminded me of the godlike setup TLD did for the M3 a while back. You get so cocky at times, you feel like your driving the R8. Of course there were times I spun out while exiting corners but give it time and you will get some pretty impressive times with this setup. The best I have done is 2.14.xx on Suzuka and 1.52.xx on Fuji but I haven't had a lot of time with it so I am sure I'll be able to do better.

Now I am just waiting and hoping that there will be some 650 PP races tomorrow so I can compare it with the outside world.

Definatly give this setup a try it is very forgiving and enjoyable !!

 

[nd 4 holden spd]

Review:

After the finals in the Garage showdown I had had enough of S2 600 PP races with nothing but Evo's and WRX's so I decided to prepair for the next events update. I'm hoping for some 650 PP events tomorrow so I choose this car. I absolutely love this car, the dashboard, the engine sound the outside looks it is a gem.

Before I tried this setup I had had my issues with this car, the gearing was a bit off, I was struggling keeping it stable while accelerating out of corners
but it was a decent/competative car nevertheless.

The first thing I noticed when I set my DB9 up according to the TLD tune was the gears, a lot shorter first 3 gears then I had been driving with and that made a world of difference while accelerating. I am very impressed with the acceleration this setup gives me, the only thing that I haven't completely nailed down about the gears is when I go through the S curve and the Bank curve on Suzuka, I keep changeing from 2nd to 3rd, I just need a little bit more time with this car to get the rythem right so I can just stay 3rd.

Then there is the handling, this setup is really stable ! The problem I had while accelerationg out of corners on this car, GONE ! This setup reminded me of the godlike setup TLD did for the M3 a while back. You get so cocky at times, you feel like your driving the R8. Of course there were times I spun out while exiting corners but give it time and you will get some pretty impressive times with this setup. The best I have done is 2.14.xx on Suzuka and 1.52.xx on Fuji but I haven't had a lot of time with it so I am sure I'll be able to do better.

Now I am just waiting and hoping that there will be some 650 PP races tomorrow so I can compare it with the outside world.

Definatly give this setup a try it is very forgiving and enjoyable !!

Thanks for the review mate.👍 One thing I noticed about 650 PP is it's not a big jump in speed from 600 PP, but there are even more usable cars that will rock the tracks. I know I'll be spending a lot of time on 650 PP races if they are made, so maybe you and I will see each other out there.

 

[BaldurKn]

Yeah I know the 650 PP isn't much of a jump in speed, but there is more stability and more cars competative against the Evo's and WRX's I just don't like driving those cars it is like driving in Standard physics they are so easy to control, I want a challenge aswell as the competition

The Ferrari's 599/430, the DB9, hopefully the M3 and some other interesting cars will hopefully see some daylight if we get 650 PP events again.

I also love the 500 PP but there I have mostly been racing my VW Golf which I love. The high end 750 PP doesn't interest me because of all the novice drivers there... Would love that class in private rooms.

What region do you have there in Australia, NTSC / PAL ? My PSN account is set to US and I bought my GT5P copy through the US PSN Store so I am pretty much stuck in NTSC land which really sucks when I want to race during the day, because of the time difference and all...

 

[nd 4 holden spd]

Yeah I know the 650 PP isn't much of a jump in speed, but there is more stability and more cars competative against the Evo's and WRX's I just don't like driving those cars it is like driving in Standard physics they are so easy to control, I want a challenge aswell as the competition

The Ferrari's 599/430, the DB9, hopefully the M3 and some other interesting cars will hopefully see some daylight if we get 650 PP events again.

I also love the 500 PP but there I have mostly been racing my VW Golf which I love. The high end 750 PP doesn't interest me because of all the novice drivers there... Would love that class in private rooms.

What region do you have there in Australia, NTSC / PAL ? My PSN account is set to US and I bought my GT5P copy through the US PSN Store so I am pretty much stuck in NTSC land which really sucks when I want to race during the day, because of the time difference and all...

Don't forget Corvette Z06 and Dodge Vipers! Although the high speed tail-out action in the is very unrealistic. Is that a glitch in the physics perhaps? The game can't tell the difference between high speed and low speed vehicle characteristics like that?

I like 500 PP too, but I would love it more if we had S3 tyres for the event.

Yeah, I have PAL. Maybe when the full game comes out you will get PAL too?

 

[BaldurKn]

Yeah I will definitely have both accounts on the full game ! Probably just hard copies then.
It is just hard to fool the UK PSN Store with my credit card, it was quite easy for the US, can't understand the difference there though

 

[Crowsy]

Yeah, I tuned that one back when 600 PP had R3 tyres. If it's anything like the Tuscan it would be one wild ride on S2 tyres. So would you still like a DB9? I noticed 888 already did a DB9 for you, perhaps you would like a different car?

I wouldn't mind one of the Lotus's or even one of the TVR's (they do sound good, lol) Thank you. I tried a Lotus a while ago but found them to twitchy for me, I don't need to win races just enjoy them. Thaks again.

 

[Honakerstump]

That's awesome!👍 Was this the standard Corvette or the Tuned one? If it's the standard one I have some updated settings for that you might like as well, but never got around to posting them. At the moment I might just see what the new events are on Thursday and if there's a good category I will make a new and more competitve Corvette than ever before. Remember when you drive the 512 BB I tuned it with R3 tyres which are no longer available with 600 PP.
Shall we wait to see what new categories there are on Thursday to decide what category we make the F430 for?

It was the normal Vette. My absolute ire for the American sports cars kept me from pulling enough cash out of my account to get the Tuned. The standard version has just about comvinced me to see of what the beast is capable.

As for waiting for the new events, that would be fine. I just can't wait to see what you can do with my beloved little scudaria rocket. I just can't seem to make myself happy.

 

[mombies]

TLD Ferrari F40 500th Edition
(307kw) (627Nm) (1149kg) (650 PP) (Pro Physics)​

Performance:

Power: -21
Weight: 85%
Tyres: R3

Settings:

Suspension:
Ride Height: -10/-6
Spring Rate: 4/7
Damper: 3/5
Toe: -0.15/+0.10
Camber: 1.2/0.8

Brake Balance: 1/3

Max Turn Angle: 40

All driving aids are up to the driver, tuned with all aids off except ABS at 1

Gear Ratios:
1st: 2.502
2nd: 1.649
3rd: 1.276
4th: 1.026
5th: 0.846
Final: 4.088

Description: The Lion's Den has reached 500 posts , and to celebrate I am releasing this special edition Ferrari F40. One of the most desired and respected supercars in history, the F40 is a beautiful machine. TLD has tuned it for a category we hope will become available in the near future, one that would pit the world's supercars against each other, and we hope that the F40 will be in those races. Enjoy celebrating 500 replys to TLD, and thanks for all your support so far!

Holden, this setting is absolutely fantastic, I tried it last night and the car just perfect with your setting mate. I use DS3 not steering whell. the car almost suit in every tracks. Thanks mate this one and the DB9 is one of my favourites. Could you send me the setting for f430? cheers mate

 

[Smallhorses]

Hi mombies and welcome to GT Planet.
I've just approved your first post here, but I'd like to ask you to have a quick look at our acceptable use policy with respect to future posts here. Proper English is required, specifically use of capital letters at the beginning of every sentence and each time you use "I".
This goes for everyone that posts here too!

From AUP: No slang words that promote laziness, ie; “r”, “u”, “plz”, etc. will be tolerated. Decent grammar is expected, including proper usage of capital letters. Repeated violations will be grounds for suspension and/or permanent removal from the forums

Thanks in anticipation of your continued compliance. 👍

 

[H20HYBRID_GT]

It's a Holden secret, not telling.

hehe, not that i would have thought you will just like coca cola doesn't come up with their ingredients

 

[mombies]

Hi mombies and welcome to GT Planet.
I've just approved your first post here, but I'd like to ask you to have a quick look at our acceptable use policy with respect to future posts here. Proper English is required, specifically use of capital letters at the beginning of every sentence and each time you use "I".
This goes for everyone that posts here too!

From AUP: No slang words that promote laziness, ie; “r”, “u”, “plz”, etc. will be tolerated. Decent grammar is expected, including proper usage of capital letters. Repeated violations will be grounds for suspension and/or permanent removal from the forums

Thanks in anticipation of your continued compliance. 👍

Hi Smallhorses,

Thanks for the reminder. My apologize for the small and capital letter, but I will keep in mind for that.

Sorry if I didn't use proper grammar, I'm still learning my English. I do speak well Indonesian languange mate.